Thenesshia Foster
Baton Rouge,LA
Summary
Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Our Lady Of The Lake Hospital
08.2015 - Current
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
Hotel Front Desk Clerk/ Sales Manager
Wyndham Hotels
01.2013 - 07.2015
- Enhanced guest satisfaction by efficiently managing check-ins and checkouts.
- Streamlined reservations process for improved accuracy and guest experience.
- Assisted guests with inquiries and resolved issues promptly, ensuring positive feedback.
- Collaborated with housekeeping to maintain room readiness, enhancing guest comfort.
- Handled financial transactions accurately, ensuring proper billing and payment processing.
- Coordinated with the sales team to promote special offers and upsell available amenities.
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Guest House Care Center
05.2012 - 02.2014
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
St. James Retirement Community
05.2010 - 10.2011
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Education
High School Diploma -
Capital Friendship Academy
Baton Rouge, LA05.2010
Skills
- Patient Lifting
- Patient Relations
- Care Plan Implementation
- Quality Assurance
- Electronic Charting
- Direct Patient Care
- Compassionate
- Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
- Geriatric Care
- Bedside Manner
- HIPAA Compliance
- Reliable Team Player
- CPR Certification
Accomplishments
Completed Nursing Prerequisites Completed
Certification
Certified Nursing Assistant, Certification Number 270704, Date: May 17,2010
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Our Lady Of The Lake Hospital
08.2015 - Current
Hotel Front Desk Clerk/ Sales Manager
Wyndham Hotels
01.2013 - 07.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Guest House Care Center
05.2012 - 02.2014
Certified Nursing Assistant
St. James Retirement Community
05.2010 - 10.2011
High School Diploma -
Capital Friendship Academy
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